Our client is a global marine lubricants organization supporting international vessels calling on North American ports. This role is a critical frontline position responsible for ensuring seamless order fulfillment, rapid customer response, and close coordination with sales, supply, and logistics teams.
The position is based in Houston, TX and follows a hybrid schedule.
This role supports time-sensitive marine operations and requires availability outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as dictated by vessel port schedules.
Position Summary
The Customer Service & Sales Support professional will manage end-to-end order management and customer service activities for assigned U.S. states. This individual will act as a key liaison between customers, sales, global supply teams, and local delivery agents to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of marine lubricants.
Key Responsibilities
Respond to customer inquiries related to product availability, pricing, lead times, and delivery surcharges
Partner closely with Sales to execute pricing, margin, supply, payment terms, and customer-specific requirements
Manage the full order-to-delivery lifecycle, coordinating with customers, sales teams, global supply, and local delivery agents
Adjust delivery plans as port schedules and vessel requirements change, providing professional guidance on local geography and supply limitations
Perform order follow-up activities, including delivery documentation for invoicing and monitoring outstanding payments
Maintain strong, long-term customer relationships while monitoring account performance and changes
Support and comply with quality, environmental, and organizational management systems
Understand and manage environmental aspects and potential impacts related to daily operations
Must-Have Qualifications
57 years of hands-on order management experience
Proven experience handling full-cycle order fulfillment
Strong communication skills with a proactive, customer-first mindset
Diploma or Degree required
Highly organized, solution-oriented, and able to take initiative
Key Challenges & Success Factors
Operates with urgency in a fast-paced, time-sensitive marine environment
Comfortable serving as a frontline customer service representative impacting customer satisfaction directly
Able to provide 24/7 service coverage when required due to vessel schedules
Excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
Team-oriented and willing to support colleagues as operational demands shift
Education & Experience
Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain, Business, Sales & Marketing, or related field
57 years of experience in sales support, supply chain, or customer service
Marine industry experience is a plus but not required
Strong proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
Self-motivated, confident, and capable of working independently
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
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